The Hoot at Crosscut

The Hoot at Crosscut is a signature mountain bike event hosted by Crosscut Mountain Sports Center on our expansive trail network in beautiful Bridger Canyon, outside of Bozeman, Montana. Join us on July 24, 2027 and be a part of this fun community mountain bike event. With 20-mile, 10-mile, 5-mile, and kids race options the race offers a mix of climbs, descents, flow trails, and technical sections, showcasing the breathtaking beauty of the Bridger Range with panoramic mountain vistas, lush forests, and stunning meadows. This event affords Crosscut the opportunity to share our incredible trail system with passionate riders while gathering together as a community in the summer season to celebrate a sport we love. We welcome all participants to join in on the fun! Registration for the 2027 event is not open yet 1-Mile Untimed Kids Event The 2026 event will feature new course routes and the inclusion of area Forest Service trails for the 20-mile event. The Hoot will start and finish at the Crosscut Event Stadium, accessed from D Lot. Click the links below to preview the course for your event! There will be 1 aid station out on the 10 and 20-mile courses located at the “Jane’s Gate” intersection. This aid station will have cupless (bring a water bottle) water and energy drink and assorted snacks. The station is about 5 miles into the 10-mile course, and about 12.5 miles into the 20-mile course. The finish area will also feature assorted drinks and snacks for all finishers. Saturday 7/25/26 (2027 Schedule TBA) 7:30 am Parking/Facilities open 7:30-9:30 am Participant Check-in 9:00 am 20-Mile Event Start 9:15 am 10-Mile Event Start 9:25 am 5-Mile Event Start 10:30 am Food + drinks + awards to follow events This year, we have food from Provecho and Mad Dawg Maple, and beer from MAP Brewing Company. Please consider volunteering to help Crosscut put on this community event! If you are interested, please follow the link below and select a time slot. Thank you! The top three men and women in each timed event will receive a special award. Parking for the event will be at the Crosscut Event Stadium, accessed from D Lot on the parking map. The race start/finish will be at the Crosscut Event Stadium off of Wedeln Drive accessed from Bridger Bowl road. We love partnering with like-minded companies. If you are interested in sponsoring a Crosscut event or program, you can learn more about our corporate partnerships. Contact Us About The Hoot